MW vs MD 7th Match of Maharaja Trophy Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report, Playing XI & Injury Updates

The Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2025 is back with its 7th match as Mysore Warriors vs Mangalore Dragons at Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore. Stay updated with ScoreWaves for the fastest live scores, expert fantasy tips, predicted playing elevens, pitch reports, and all the latest cricket news and match insights. Don't miss any moment of this thrilling contest. Follow ScoreWaves for comprehensive coverage and real-time updates of Maharaja Trophy 2025

Mysore Warriors vs Mangalore Dragons: Battle for Momentum

The Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2025 is heating up, and the seventh match promises to be an absolute thriller as the Mysore Warriors go head-to-head with the Mangalore Dragons. Both teams have a point to prove, having each secured one win and suffered one loss in their first two matches. With the tournament still in its early stages, this clash is more than just a game—it's a critical opportunity for either side to gain crucial momentum and an edge over the competition.

The Mysore Warriors, after a convincing 39-run victory over the Bengaluru Blasters in their opening fixture, stumbled against the Gulbarga Mystics, losing by eight wickets. Despite the loss, their batting showed promise, with Muralidhara Venkatesh's explosive 77 off 50 balls and Harshil Dharmani's quickfire 40 off 23 balls setting up a formidable total of 184. The challenge for the Warriors lies in their bowling, which will need to step up to defend high scores on a batting-friendly pitch. With Manish Pandey's leadership and the potential inclusion of Prasidh Krishna, they have the firepower to bounce back.

The Mangalore Dragons, led by the experienced Shreyas Gopal, started their campaign with a bang, defeating the Gulbarga Mystics by 33 runs. Their top order, featuring the in-form Sharath BR, who smashed a magnificent half-century in the last game, and the steady Lochan Gowda, has been providing solid starts. The bowling unit, spearheaded by the tournament's leading wicket-taker Kranthi Kumar, has been nothing short of spectacular. His five-wicket haul in their previous match highlights the Dragons' ability to turn the game on its head.

Head-to-Head: HT vs SL- Who Holds the Advantage?

Historically, the Mysore Warriors have held the upper hand against the Dragons, winning four out of their six encounters. However, the current form of Mangalore's openers and their potent bowling attack cannot be ignored. The pitch at the Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore has been a batter's paradise, with high scores being the norm. The team that wins the toss will likely choose to bat first to capitalise on the conditions. Let’s break down their head-to-head record to see who holds the edge ahead of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2025:

Total Matches Played: 6

Mysore Warriors Wins: 4

Mangalore Dragons Wins: 2

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 0

MW vs MD Match Predictions: Who Holds the Advantage?

Based on recent form, the Mysore Warriors are predicted to win the upcoming match against the Mangalore Dragons in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20. While the Gulbarga Mystics have a better historical head-to-head record (5 wins to 3), the Mysore Warriors are considered the favorites for this particular contest due to their well-rounded squad and the expected return of key players.

Mysore Warriors vs Mangalore Dragons Squad Injury Update:

No any Injury concerns.

Mysore Warriors vs Mangalore Dragons Squad Match, Date, Time & Venue:

Match: MW vs MD 7th Match of Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2025

Date: 14 August 2025

Time: 3:15 PM

Stadium: Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadeyar Ground

Location: Mysore

Mysore Warriors vs Mangalore Dragons Squad Match Pitch Report:

The 7th T20 match between Mysore Warriors vs Mangalore Dragons, will be played on 12 August  at 7:15 PM in Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore. The Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore hosted a total of 5 T20 matches, 3 matches won batting first and 2 matches won batting 2nd and 0 matches with no result. The pitch at Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore is expected to be a balanced track. While seamers may get some help with the new ball, the pitch will likely slow down as the match progresses, bringing spinners into play. The average first-innings score is around 170, and the team winning the toss may prefer to bowl first.

T20I Stats	Value
Total Matches	9
Batting First Won	6
Bowling First Won	3
1st Innings Average Score	145
2nd Innings Average Score	126
Highest Total	221/5
Lowest Total	46/10
Highest Chased	168/5
Lowest Defended	126/6

Possible Playing 11 for Mysore Warriors:

SU Karthik, Codanda Ajit Karthik, Muralidhara Venkatesh, Harshil Dharmani, Manish Pandey (c), Lankesh KS, Sumit Kumar (wk), Yashovardhan Parantap, Krishnappa Gowtham, Shikhar Shetty, LR Kumar

Possible playing 11 for Mangalore Dragons:

Lochan Gowda, Sharath BR (wk), Macneil Hadley Noronha, Aneesh KV, Aadarsh Prajwal, Shreyas Gopal (c), S Shivaraj, Kranthi Kumar, Abhilash Shetty, Paras Gurbax Arya, Shreevathsa Acharya

Mysore Warriors vs Mangalore Dragons Squad Fantasy Team:

Wicketkeepers:  Sumit Kumar, Sharath BR

Batsman: Harshil Dharmani, Manish Pandey, SU Karthik

All-rounders:  Codanda Ajit Karthik, Kranthi Kumar, Macneil Hadley Noronha 

Bowlers: LR Kumar, Muralidhara Venkatesh, Shreyas Gopal

MW vs MD Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:     

Choice 1: Codanda Ajit Karthik (C), Shreyas Gopal (VC) 

Choice 2: Macneil Hadley Noronha (C), Muralidhara Venkatesh (VC)

MW vs MD Fantasy Prediction Backups:

Shivkumar Rakshith, Shanthaveri Nagaraja, Aneeshwar Gautam, Sanjay Ashwin

Disclaimer:

The author has provided you with the above-mentioned match prediction on the basis of his research, understanding, and analysis, consider the points and make your own decision

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